Halo of light around the moon; meadow or clearing
Aylee is a modern phonetic variation likely derived from the Turkish name Ayla, meaning 'moonlight' or 'halo.' It is also frequently associated with the Scottish name Islay or the English suffix -lee, suggesting a 'meadow' or 'clearing.' The name has gained some visibility through popular culture but remains a rare choice in the United States.
Less common today
Aylee isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,149 in 2021.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A lady-in-waiting to Mary, Queen of Scots · Reign
